NAACP
SATURDAY SCHOOL
Building a foundation of dreams ..........
Investing in our future.....
Educating our Youth!
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Registration: Now
Classes begin: September 24, 2011
CLU, Peters Hall, P-101
Registration time 8:45 am - 1:00 pm
The NAACP Saturday School Program was established in 1990 atCalifornia Lutheran University by concerned parents, educators andinterested community members to motivate African‑American youth and their families into a shared learning and teaching partnership.
Students are provided a positive learning experience focusing on the
educational, social, cultural, and historical contributions of the
African‑American community. The mission of the program is to enrich
the lives of African‑American youth members and their families in a structured, cooperative learning environment. Sponsorship of the NAACP Saturday School includes California Lutheran University, California State University, Northridge, and Moorpark Community College.
The NAACP Saturday Program goals for our students are:
•To succeed in school
•To improve self‑esteem
•To increase heritage awareness
•To enhance academic skills
•To complete and accept challenges
•To develop team and leadership skills
•To communicate openly in a loving environment
"Success is to be measured not so much by the position that one has reached in life as by the obstacles which one has overcome while trying to succeed." ‑ Booker T. Washington
Curriculum 2011-2012
Students in grades K - 12 will focus on:
• Science• Math Applications• Foreign Language• Art Appreciation Workshops• Communication Skills• Literature• Computer Knowledge and Usage• African‑American Studies and Culture• University and SAT Prep. (Grades 6-12)Parent and Student Program Expectations:
•The following expectations and a signed contract outlining program obligations will be required for parents and students participating in the "NAACP SATURDAY SCHOOL PROGRAM."
•Parents and Students are encouraged to attend Fall and Spring "NAACP SATURDAY SCHOOL" semesters.
•Parents will attend "NAACP SATURDAY SCHOOL" Parent Workshops.
•Parents will work with students as needed to provide support, high expectations, and standards.
•Parents will assist students with homework assignments and will make sure that homework is completed and turned in on time.
•Students are required to complete all homework assignments.
•Students performance will improve as a result of participation in the program.
•Students will attend the NAACP SATURDAY SCHOOL classes on a regular basis and be on time. Each student will be allowed two excused absences per semester. An excused absence will require notification of the "NAACP SATURDAY SCHOOL PROGRAM" on the Friday preceding the Saturday morning absence.
•Students will be responsible for making up all missed work during their absences.
For more information contact Program Director Cassandra Slay at
805-660-6492 or visit our website:
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